The Physical Basis of Mind

The Physical Basis of Mind is a book written by George Henry Lewes that explores the relationship between the physical and mental aspects of the human mind. Published in 1877, the book is considered a landmark in the field of neuroscience and psychology. Lewes argues that the mind is not a separate entity from the body but rather emerges from the physical processes of the brain. He presents evidence from various scientific fields, including physiology, anatomy, and psychology, to support his thesis. The book also includes discussions on topics such as consciousness, perception, memory, and emotion. Despite being written over a century ago, The Physical Basis of Mind remains relevant today and continues to influence modern theories of mind-body interaction.1877. With illustrations. Being the second series of Problems of Life and Mind, being the study of psychology; its object, scope and method by Lewes, British philosopher and literary critic. The volume contains four essays. The first, on the Nature of Life, deals with the specialty of organic phenomena, as distinguished from the inorganic. The second is on the Nervous Mechanism, setting forth what is known and what is inferred respecting the structure and properties of that all-important system. The third essay treats of Animal Automatism. Here the constant insistence on the biological point of view, while it causes a rejection of the mechanical theory, admits the fullest recognition of all the mechanical relations involved in animal movements, and thus endeavors to reconcile the contending schools. And, in the final essay the Reflex Theory is discussed; and here once more the biological point of view rectifies the error of an analysis which has led to the denial of Sensibility in reflex actions, because that analysis has overlooked the necessary presence of the conditions which determine Sensibility. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.